Podcast Episodes

Suffering from Basketball Withdrawal? – This DiSH for March 26

Episode 118

It's not easy binge watching college basketball for four days straight and quitting cold turkey. So here's some exciting moments to fill that void. 

In 1945, it was DePaul and Bowling Green. But that'…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

The Most Unusual Finish to an NBA game...ever! - This DiSH for March 25

Episode 117

In 1979, the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Nets had a most unusual finish to their game on this day. 

In 1961, St. Joe's and Utah played at 4OT classic in the NCAA tournament. St. Joe's win would …

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

Griffith vs. 'Kid Paret,' Inspiration for 'Rocky,' and an unfortunate bird incident - This DiSH for March 24

Episode 116

In 1962, Emile Griffith vs. Benny 'Kid' Paret ended in tragedy. 

In 1975, a Muhammad Ali vs. Chuck Wepner fight inspired a cultural icon.

In 1991, Ayrton Senna won the Brazilian Grand Prix as his gearb…

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

Wilt Chamberlain, Lennie Rosenbluth ... and Joe Quigg? - This DiSH for March 23

Episode 115

In 1957, North Carolina beat Kansas to win the National Championship.

In 1974, NC State beat UCLA in the semifinals to end their streak of consecutive national championships. 

In 1994, Wayne Gretzky sc…

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

Who is Abebe Bikila? And why should you care? - This DiSH for March 22

Episode 114

In 1969, Abebe Bikila was in a car accident that left him paralyzed but his influence on long distance running is evident today. 

In 1893, it was the first women's basketball game played at a college.…

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

The Agony of Defeat - This DiSH for March 21

Episode 113

In 1970, the event that inspired the 'Agony of Defeat' happened on this day.

In 1987, the Providence Friars upset the Georgetown Hoyas in the NCAA Tournament.

In 1980, President Jimmy Carter announced …

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

Another Babe on the Baseball Diamond - This DiSH for March 20

Episode 112

In 1934, another Babe took to the pitcher's mound to showcase their talent.

In 1975, a rare spring training brawl. Unsurprisingly, Billy Martin was in the middle of it. 

In 1976, Boston Celtic John Hav…

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

Texas Western beats Kentucky - This DiSH for March 19

Episode 111

In 1966, Texas Western (now UTEP) started five black players against Kentucky's all-white starting five. 

In 1981, the Buffalo Sabres set the NHL record for goals in a period. 

In 1991, the NFL pulled …

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

Most Points Scored in an NCAA Tournament Game! - This DiSH for March 18

Episode 110

In 1990, Loyola Marymount and Michigan combined for the most points scored in an NCAA Tournament game.

In 1985, Willie Mays and Mickey Mantle were reinstated to baseball by commissioner Peter Ueberrot…

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago

Richard Riot in Montreal - This DiSH for March 17

Episode 109

In 1955, French Canadians and fans of Montreal's Maurice 'Rocket' Richard rioted in protest of their star being suspended.

In 1897, it was a boxing match to remember.

And in 2012, Fabrice Muamba collap…

Published on 1 year, 9 months ago